mariner
Translation
mariner, sailor
Examples
The ancient mariner told a fascinating story.
The ancient mariner told a fascinating story.
Grammar Patterns
a mariner: a sailor. The ancient mariner told a story.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sailor, seaman, seafarer
Etymology
From Old French `marinier`, from `marin` 'marine'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'marine' (of the sea) + '-er' (a person who does something). A 'mariner' is a 'sea person'.